Mysteries of Ishtar
The Divine Feminine and the Unity of Human Spirituality
$41.34
- Paperback
416 pages
- Release Date
14 January 2027
Summary
The classic Arabic text available for the first time in English
• Details how the first form of organized religious consciousness emerged from reverence for the Great Mother in the ancient Near East
• Brings to life the many forms of Ishtar, examining her connections to the Moon, sacred animals and nature, healing, death, sexuality, and magic
• Analyzes myths and rituals centered on the divine feminine from several ancient cultures, including Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Gr…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798888504949 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Firas Sawah, Ilham Laassiba Mol |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 416 |
| Release Date: | 14 January 2027 |
| Weight: | 460g |
| Dimensions: | 168mm x 241mm |
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Critics Review
“This book is a must-read for anyone studying the history of the Goddess. It captures the awe and veneration that our ancestors had for the power and wisdom of the Great Mother, whose multitude of names included Ishtar. Goddess bless!” * Anu Dudley, author of The Goddess Casts the Runes *
“Firas Sawah’s extraordinary and transformational journey exploring the Goddess in Mysteries of Ishtar encapsulates the many facets and profound wisdom of the goddess Ishtar while also highlighting the vital importance of unity in our complex and fragmented times. It is scholarly, informative, well-researched, and comprehensive while also being fascinatingly accessible. This inspiring translation by Ilham Laassiba Mol is an important contribution to expanding understanding of the many faces and names of the Goddess, both past and present.” * Lynne Sedgmore, CBE, priestess of Avalon and author of Goddess Luminary Leadership Wheel and Presenc *
“This is a beautiful book with a sensitive translation. Covering the span of human existence, it is full of history and mythic memory of the Great Mother. Sawah expands on life out of death in the Mother traditions. ‘For at the heart of life lies the leaven of death, and in the depths of death resides the seed of life.’ I highly recommend it.” * Judith Dillon, author of Futhark Rune Mysteries *
“I was thrilled to see that Mysteries of Ishtar was being made available in English by Inner Traditions. Ilham Laassiba Mol has worked word magic with her beautiful translation! Firas Sawah has brought the ancient goddess Ishtar to life, weaving together many goddesses from throughout the world. This book is especially unique because it also brings Christianity and Islamic traditions into the mix. May the Great Mother bless English and Arabic speakers alike through this remarkable book.” * Trista Hendren, founder of Girl God Books and author of The Girl God *
Firas Sawah
Firas Sawah
Firas Sawah is a Syrian researcher who has published 26 books in Arabic on mythology and religion. He has appeared on Alhurra TV, Alghad TV, and Legitimate Question. He is a professor of Arab culture and the history of religion at Beijing Foreign Studies University in China.
Ilham Laassiba Mol
Ilham Laassiba Mol is a Moroccan writer and translator specializing in Arabic literature and engaged in exploring ancient myths and spirituality. She lives in Sweden.
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